Wastewater Plant Operator

JOB This is skilled work in the operation and inspection of a wastewater treatment plant on a permanent or rotating shift.
Position works under the supervision and direction of Superintendent / Wastewater and/or Chief Operator / Wastewater.
Waste Water Operator A: $25.
2037 - $40.
3260Waste Water Operator B: $22.
0139 - $35.
2222Waste Water Operator C: $20.
5737 - $32.
9180 EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Serves on a permanent or rotating shift, inspects wastewater plant equipment and machinery to determine that all machinery is operating properly; takes samples in plant, collection system and water bodies according to established protocol; performs routine laboratory and analyses to determine effectiveness of treatment process and records results and covers vacant shifts on an as-needed basis.
Adjusts control devices of processes to provide effective treatment; operates gates, valves and other mechanical equipment as directed.
Inspects and adjusts treatment plant equipment, such as chlorinators, mixers, pumps, samplers, chemical feeders, and related equipment.
Inspects recording charts and meters and on the basis of recorded information makes adjustments to controls in conformance with operating instructions.
Performs and records laboratory analyses.
Performs maintenance services on a variety of plant equipment and machinery and may assist mechanics in major repairs and installation work.
Performs deep well injectivity tests per DEP compliance regulations, and exercises all deep well valves for optimal operation.
Reports malfunctions of equipment to supervisor.
Assists in establishing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures.
Performs various grounds maintenance and housekeeping duties as necessary.
Reads and records data registered on telemetering gauges involving flow, pressure and other operating parameters.
Maintains records and prepares periodic summary reports of operations.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.
Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.
) SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Education and Experience: High School Diploma from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required.
One (1) year of work experience in the operations of wastewater treatment plants.
(A comparable amount of relevant training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.
) Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License.
Possession and maintenance of a State of Florida Wastewater Operator "C" certification for wastewater treatment.